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Apprenticeship Briefing5 July 2011
5 July 2011
Outline • Apprenticeship Overview
• Business Benefits
• Framework examples
• Role of the provider
• Next Steps
Apprenticeships Overview
• What are they ?– Work based learning training that combines
on and off the job training.
Who is eligible to be an apprentice
Age eligibility – 16 – 18; 19 – 24 and 25+
• Existing Staff
• New Staff
• Consider turning vacancies into apprenticeships?
Connecting Relationships
Apprenticeship
Framework Components
Knowledge Based Element
Personal Learning And Thinking
Skills
Key or Functional Skills
- Application of Number
- Communication- ICT
Employment Rights And
Responsibilities
Competence BasedElement
Levels
• Intermediate – level 2
• Advanced – level 3
• Higher – level 4/5
Business Benefits
• Fill Skills Gaps
• Support the up skilling and employment of the workless
• Motivate your staff
• Develop real and relevant skills
• Provide measurable returns on your investment
Benefits to Apprentices• Earn while you learn• Paid holidays• Excellent progression prospects• Nearly 200 different frameworks to choose from• Getting qualified while on the job can also mean :
• You work better and more effectively• It can set you up to move into new and better
jobs• You get better pay
Your investment will involve, over the next seven years: £272k wage costs£10,112 in training and other costs£335,580 in productive contributions made by our apprentices This means our return on investment over the next 7 years is 18.95%
Return on Investment Example
Previous
Recent Changes to Apprenticeships
• Apprenticeship, Skills Children and Learning Act (ACLS)– Employed status – mandatory– Apprenticeship Agreement – Minimum Guided Learning Hours – 280 – Minimum credits 37– Option to combine competence and knowledge
elements– Inclusion of Personal, learning and thinking skills
- Evidence Employee Rights and Responsibilities
Employer Costs
• Apprenticeship Salary Costs – From October 2010 – minimum wage - £2.50
per hour – 16 – 18 year olds carry no additional costs– Providers can charge employers fees for
anyone aged 19+
What do employers say about apprenticeships
There are over 85,000 employers offering Apprenticeships in more than 130,000 locations; there are over 200 frameworks suitable for hundreds of job roles.
– 77% of employers believe Apprenticeships make them more competitive;
– 76% say that Apprenticeships provide higher overall productivity;
– 80% feel that Apprenticeships reduce staff turnover;
– 83% of employers rely on their Apprenticeships programme to provide the skilled workers that they need for the future;
– 80% of those employers who employ apprentices agree they make their workplace more productive.
– 81% of consumers favour using a company which takes on apprentices.
– 88% of employers who employ apprentices believe that Apprenticeships lead to a more motivated and satisfied workforce.
– 83% of employers who employ apprentices rely on their Apprenticeships programme to provide the skilled workers that they need for the future.
– One in five employers are hiring more apprentices to help them through the tough economic climate.
The College Role
• Assist employers in the recruitment stage• Devise and deliver training programme• Tailor the programme to employer needs• Provide information and support to the employer• Provide pastoral support for apprentices• Keep employer updated on progress• Set and monitor targets for on and off the job training• Deliver in a timely fashion
• Conduct health and safety checks
Frameworks presently delivered at City and Islington College
• Business and Administration• Active Leisure and Learning• Information Technology• Childcare• Play-work• Creative Cultural Apprenticeships• Veterinary Nursing• Horticulture
Most Popular Frameworks
Some of the most popular Apprenticeships at present are:
• Engineering• Business Administration• Construction • Hospitality
New - Third Sector Apprenticeship Frameworks
Apprenticeship Title Combined Qualification
Advanced Apprenticeship in Campaigning
Level 3 Diploma in Campaigning
Advanced Apprenticeship in Fundraising Practice
Level 3 Diploma in Fundraising
Advanced Apprenticeship in managing Volunteers
Level 3 Diploma in Volunteer management
Steps to get involved
• Determine recruitment method – directly or through an ATA• Determine role of the apprentice and the appropriate framework • Ascertain who will supervise and support them - location• Choose and meet with your provider to agree delivery model• Draw up a job description and contract• Consider what salary you will pay• Agree a start date • Advertise vacancy through various outlets• Agree interview and assessments methods• Recruit and induct the apprentice • Hold regular review meetings with the provider / apprentice
Introducing Business Administration Apprenticeships
Robin SenguptaTrainer and Coordinator for
Business Administration Apprenticeships
Business & Administration Framework
Summary of Pan Sector SASE FrameworkTotal Credits
Total GLH
Off-the-Job GLH
Transferable Skills ERR Requirements
PLTS
Business and Administration Level 2
49 413 141 English –Level 1
Maths- Level 1
ICT – Level 1
Embedded in knowledge qualification
Mapped and Embedded
Business and Administration Level 3
72 550 169 English –Level 2
Maths- Level 2
ICT – Level 2
Embedded in knowledge qualification
Mapped and Embedded
Units for EDI Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business and Administration
This Technical certificate consists of three mandatory units (11 credits) and available optional units (2 credits). This is the underpinning knowledge.
Group A - Units
Unit Unit Title Credits
CT 182 Principles of personal responsibilities and working in a business environment
4
CT183 Principles of Providing Administrative Support 4
CT184 Principles of managing information and producing documents 3
Group B – Units
CT186 Principles of supporting business events 1
CT 187 Principles of Stationary Stock 1
OCR Level 2 Certificate in Business and Administration
Units for the Level 2 Certificate (21 Credits) include 9 at mandatory Group A level
Group A
Unit Unit Title Credits
201 Manage own performance in a business environment 2
202 Improve own performance in a business environment 2
203 Work in a Business Environment 2
206 Communicate in a Business Environment 3
OCR Level 2 Certificate in Business and AdministrationOptional Units for the Level 2 Certificate (21 Credits) include some of the units mentioned here in Group B* This list is not exhaustive and contains over 35 units.
Group B
Unit Unit Title Credits
107 Make and receive telephone calls 3
204 Solve Business Problems 4
207 Use electronic message systems 1
208 Use diary systems 3
211 Provide reception service 3
212 Produce document in a business environment 3
217 Organise and report data 3
218 Research information 4
209 Take minutes 4
Assessment
Apprentices are generally assessed througha combination of various methods:
– Work tasks that let you demonstrate competence
– Observations of completing work tasks
– Discussions with assessor that demonstrate knowledge and understanding
– Witness testimonials from manager/s etc.
Key Skills or Functional Skills
• Integral part of the programme to demonstrate industry led acceptable level of skills including Communication (oral and written), Maths and ICT.
• Can be assessed through timed exams.
• If key skills apply additional portfolio evidence will be required.
Contact Us
Teresa Esan – [email protected] - 0207 700 9259
Robin Sengupta – [email protected] – 0207 700 9284